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The Theory of Moral Sentiments Paperback - 1982

by Adam Smith; D. D. Raphael (Editor)


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The Theory of Moral Sentiments, Smith's first and in his own mind most important work, outlines his view of proper conduct and the institutions and sentiments that make men virtuous. Here he develops his doctrine of the impartial spectator, whose hypothetical disinterested judgment we must use to distinguish right from wrong in any given situation. We by nature pursue our self-interest, according to Smith. This makes independence or self-command an instinctive good, and neutral rules as difficult to craft as they are necessary. But society is not held together merely by neutral rules; it is held together by sympathy. Smith argues that we naturally share the emotions and to a certain extent the physical sensations we witness in others. Sharing the sensations of our fellows, we seek to maximize their pleasures and minimize their pains so that we may share in their joys and enjoy their expressions of affection and approval.

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  • Title The Theory of Moral Sentiments
  • Author Adam Smith; D. D. Raphael (Editor)
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition [ Edition: Repri
  • Pages 422
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Liberty Fund, Indianapolis
  • Date 1982-07-31
  • ISBN 9780865970120 / 0865970122
  • Weight 1.5 lbs (0.68 kg)
  • Dimensions 9 x 6.1 x 1.2 in (22.86 x 15.49 x 3.05 cm)
  • Ages 18 to 10 years
  • Grade levels 13 - 5
  • Reading level 1570
  • Library of Congress subjects Ethics - Early works to 1800
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 81023693
  • Dewey Decimal Code 170.153

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